PGCE SECONDARY RELIGIOUS EDUCATION WITH GEOGRAPHY, University of Winchester

Winchester,

12 Months

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About this course

This PGCE programme is designed to prepare you for a teaching career in secondary schools, focusing on Religious Education as your major subject and Geography as your minor. Throughout the course, you'll develop both theoretical understanding and practical skills in teaching these subjects, using various learning and teaching approaches. The programme balances university-based modules with extensive school placements totaling 120 days, giving you real-world classroom experience. Notably, you’ll have the opportunity to gain up to 60 Masters level credits, and the course is structured to support your development in professional classroom skills, lesson planning, assessment, and managing a range of pupil needs. Training is supported by experienced staff from the university, local authorities, dioceses, and secondary schools, primarily in Hampshire with some placements in neighboring counties.

Why this course is highly recommended

The programme is accredited by the Department for Education and is rated Outstanding in all areas by Ofsted in 2024. It offers a strong combination of university learning and practical school experience, enabling you to develop essential teaching skills while earning Qualified Teacher Status (QTS). The course’s reputation for outstanding teacher education and the opportunity to gain Masters credits make it a compelling choice for aspiring secondary teachers.

Specialisation

This course specifically focuses on Religious Education as your major subject, complemented by Geography as your minor. The curriculum includes modules on curriculum concepts, pupils, inclusion, diversity, and professional placement. It prepares you to teach across Key Stage 3, GCSE, and A Level, with an emphasis on contemporary issues such as Holocaust Education, emotive topics, and citizenship.

Course fees

Application fees

1st year tuition fees

17.63L

Living cost

Degree requirements

Applicants need a first or second-class honours degree, specifically in Religious Studies, Theology, Philosophy, History, Geography, or a related field within Humanities. Additionally, GCSE English language and mathematics at grade C or 4 or above, or an equivalent qualification, are required. International applicants must meet similar academic standards and demonstrate English proficiency, with IELTS 7.0 overall and in academic writing required if English is not your first language.

English language test

IELTS

TOEFL

PTE

DUOLINGO

Career prospects

Successful graduates will receive QTS and are prepared to take up teaching roles in secondary schools, including special schools, independent schools, and sixth form colleges. The programme aims to develop future leaders in the Humanities, with many graduates going on to secure high-quality teaching positions across various educational settings.

FAQs

What are the placement requirements for this course?

You will complete 120 days in school placements, which are essential for achieving QTS. Students must complete these placements to be recommended for QTS, and placements are primarily in Hampshire or nearby counties.

What costs are involved aside from tuition fees?

Students are responsible for travel costs to placements, which may be up to 90 minutes from campus. An enhanced DBS check costing £49.50 is also required, and additional costs may include criminal record checks for those who have spent extended periods outside the UK.